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Smart Grids are modernised electricity delivery systems from point of generation to point of consumption. They rely on the use of innovative technologies to enhance the existing utility grid, improve the efficiency of the power network, make homes and businesses more energy efficient and reduce emissions. 3M’s culture of collaboration and combining different technologies and competencies has led to the development of a number of outstanding innovations to assist the creation of Smart Grids and protect the environment.

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EU leaders agreed on 23 October 2014 the domestic 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target of at least 40% compared to 1990 together with the other main building blocks of the 2030 policy framework for climate and energy, as proposed by the European Commission in January 2014. This 2030 policy framework aims to make the European Union's economy and energy system more competitive, secure and sustainable and also sets a target of at least 27% for renewable energy and energy savings by 2030.